A Hormone-Balancing Essential Oil Blend To Use All Spring Long

As the weather warms and the sunlight beckons us out of our winter doldrums, it's an especially delightful time for those of us dealing with the seasonal slumps and hormone imbalances that can come up during darker, colder days. 

Another go-to for finding calm is lavender. Always great for supporting a restful night's sleep, lavender helps your nervous system2 relax from the stresses of the day. Stress hormones—namely cortisol—overwhelm the body and mind of many people, which sets off a domino effect in the body as it disrupts other systems in favor of protecting your being. Finding self-care solutions that help you manage stress are essential, and lavender can help you take baby steps to balance your hormone levels naturally. 

Peppermint never leaves my side in any season, as I love to combine it with a citrus like wild orange for an instant energy pick-me-up. It also does wonders for your exercise regimen and opens up the airways naturally, which can be especially helpful during the spring.  

Plus, it can help suppress those hormonal appetite urges! Help to get your body back on track for the summer by using the aroma of peppermint to curb those cravings and boost your mood to boot. Pro tip: Peppermint also helps keep the bugs away.

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In a 10 mL glass rollerball bottle, add the essential oils and fill to the top with the carrier oil. Replace the cap and swirl to combine. Apply to your FEW spots (feet, ears, wrists) for instant mood-boosting power and springtime protection from environmental threats.

If your skin is extra-sensitive during this time, diffuse this next blend instead, and its effect will pervade your entire environment.

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Spring cleaning can get an added punch of power with the natural power of this blend.

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